Behind all of Australia’s critical water infrastructure lies a team of expert engineers, but how can utilities secure this talent during a skills shortage?
Engineers are integral to the planning, design and construction of the water and wastewater infrastructure that all Australians rely on every day.
As the population continues to grow, water utilities must service more people than ever before, adding pressure to infrastructure that, in many cases, is already at capacity.
Building new infrastructure and replacing or upgrading existing assets requires the specialised skills of engineers – however, utilities are facing unprecedented challenges in hiring them.
This is largely due to the broader skills shortage, which has hit Australia’s construction and engineering sectors particularly hard in recent years – an estimated 50,000 engineers will be needed in coming years to meet demand across various sectors.
With engineers in high demand across all industries, it’s no surprise that utilities are struggling to secure the skilled workers they need to complete these critical projects.
Fortunately, there is a solution.
By partnering with the right engineering group, utilities can gain access to the expertise needed to ensure their systems operate efficiently and are evolving with the changing needs of their customers.
This is where Lanco Group, a Melbourne-based civil engineering consultancy, can help.
Established in 1998, the company has developed a strong reputation for providing quality engineering services, project management, contract administration and drafting to Victoria’s water sector.
As an accredited consultant with Melbourne Water and trusted partner of the state’s retail water companies and regional authorities such as Goulburn Valley Water and Gippsland Water, the engineering firm has considerable experience in the design and supervision of a wide range of projects in the utility sector. However, what really sets Lanco Group apart is its commitment to innovation and embracing new operational technologies.
With such a long history serving the water sector, Lanco Group has witnessed the industry transform firsthand, and as such, has a deep understanding of the engineering solutions needed to address current and future demands.
Lanco Group’s record of success in the water sector can be attributed to its dedicated team of highly skilled engineers, who are committed to delivering engineering excellence and nothing less.
All staff at the company receive ongoing training – both internally and externally – to ensure they have a strong and up-to-date understanding of design and construction principles. The company encourages its team members to adopt innovative design techniques and cutting-edge technologies during both the design and construction phases. By staying at the forefront of technological advances, Lanco Group helps utilities remain agile and prepared to meet the needs of their communities.
As communities continue to grow and change, utilities must evolve with them. Engineers that can navigate the evolving demands of the industry and keep up with the latest innovations are critical to this.
The skills gap in Australia won’t be solved overnight, but with Lanco Group, utilities can continue to build and maintain water infrastructure that serves the community now and into the future.
For more information, visit lancogroup.com.au
